His contributions to Physics and his ability to popularize science have secured his place in history, his triumph over motor neuron disease have made him a legend. It is rare that a real human is far more compelling a character than anything fiction could dream up.

Sorry, with the flurry of activity at the end of the semester I did not post this when it happened. As I’ve said before, only 12 men walked on the moon. We all should take note when one of them passes.